So sorry to hear that LM I rather work with those, I like and go to a job I enjoy, than go to a Job I hate and people I do not like... I state a simple motto now, health over wealth... LM if you can no longer fave fun and no longer enjoy the work, it is probably time to seek out a new place for employment...
Follow your Heart LM never sacrifice for those that do not appreciate it, Never sacrifice your self. We only live once enjoy it while you can and have it once to enjoy...Perhaps you should attend that meeting attend that Job Function get names, numbers, use that time to seek out a new employer. From the sounds of it your employer doesn't want you to go, for the fear that you will find a new Place to work and perhaps learn that he is underpaying you for the work that that you do, do..
thats all I can suggest... not much in advice... It is not like I am employed or anything...
I do not mean to pry but how ire things with family now is health improving ? are other family members stepping up, taking respponsibility and helping out ?